The Alchemist 1
What does Santiago do for a living (his job) at the beginning of the novel?
He is a shepherd
What bad luck does Santiago experience when he arrives in Tangier Africa?
He is robbed
This is a problem or struggle between two forces
conflict
Maspeth's core values are...
truth, beauty, goodness
Which team does Ms. Jurek coach?
JV volleyball
What is Santiago's personal legend?
to travel to the pyramids in Egypt in search of treasure
Who does Santiago go to work for to earn back his money?
The crystal merchant
characterization
What year was the school founded?
2011
How many years has Ms. Hoffman been at Maspeth?
12
Where is Santiago from? Be specific to the part of the country
Andalusia
What is one main difference between Santiago and the crystal merchant?
The crystal merchant doesn't like change and Santiago believes in taking risks and pursuing dreams.
The author shows how the character is through their thoughts, actions, speech, and effect on others.
indirect characterization
What languages are offered at Maspeth?
Latin and Spanish
Where did Ms. Jurek attend high school?
Maspeth!
What is the King of Salem's name?
Melchizedek
What is Santiago's inner conflict as he is preparing to leave the crystal merchant?
The author gives us a hint or clue about what will happen in the future
foreshadowing
Who is our canine (dog) staff member?
Eli
What subject does Mrs. Tarantola's husband teach?
orchestra
What does the old woman (gypsy) want for interpreting Santiago's dream?
one tenth of his treasure
What are the names of the stones the old king gives him?
Urim and Thummim
giving human qualities to something non human
What is our school mascot or symbol?
Argonauts
What sport is Mrs. Tarantola a black belt in?
MMA